Europe backs Trump’s peace initiative as a test of Russian intentions
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Zelenskyy presents heartfelt gestures to Trump amid renewed Ukraine-U.S. ties
Ukrainian president’s second meeting goes much better than the first.
Trump’s approach to stopping the war in Ukraine faces significant challenges
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Trump plans to call Putin post-White House meetings amid Ukraine war discussions
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Russia opposes NATO troop deployment in Ukraine amid renewed peace efforts
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Trump advocates for peace agreement to end Ukraine war
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UK trade envoy resigns following backlash over northern Cyprus visit
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Ukraine and Europe breathe a sigh of relief after Alaska summit as NYT provides alternative perspective on Trump-Putin meeting
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Putin-Trump summit in Alaska viewed as propaganda victory for Russia
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Trump discusses recent Putin summit with Zelensky and European leaders
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Trump declines to negotiate on Ukraine ahead of Alaska talks with Putin
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Russia steps up disinformation campaign against Ukraine ahead of Alaska summit
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Russia aims to clarify its stance at upcoming summit with US leaders
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Lavrov’s Alaska appearance reflects Russia’s lingering Soviet nostalgia
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European powers threaten to restore sanctions on Iran if nuclear talks fail before August
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EU leaders reaffirm strong support for Ukraine before critical summit
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EU leaders urge for lasting peace in Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin meeting
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Kremlin announces imminent Trump-Putin meeting to discuss Ukraine conflict
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UK to host summit promoting cooperation and stability in the Western Balkans
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EU official claims Israel’s actions in Gaza may amount to genocide
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France and EU called to protect USAID contraceptives from destruction
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EU urges China to rein in Russia and end war in Ukraine
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Putin tells Trump Russia won’t back down on Ukraine as US pauses arms transfers
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Macron urges Putin to end Ukraine war in first call since 2022
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Azerbaijan cuts cultural ties with Russia amid escalating tensions
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Europe addresses perceived irrelevance in the Middle East as Iran reportedly bans IAEA chief
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Iran Strikes Israel Moments After Trump Declares Ceasefire
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King Philippe and Queen Mathilde departed for Chile on Monday morning in the first Belgian state visit to Latin America in 60 years. The visit, focused on economic cooperation and space research,
Kremlin Spokesman Rejects Ceasefire: Claims of “Strategic Advantage” Signal Escalation, Not Peace
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Kellogg’s Belarus Visit: A Mirage of Peace or a Backdoor Deal?
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Russia Turns Its Back on Iran: Strategic Alliance Crumbles Amid Escalating Tensions
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Belgium calls for EU response to US sanctions against International Criminal Court
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Belgian PM outlines foreign policy vision during meeting with diplomatic corps
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Belgian foreign minister launches strategic partnership with Qatar in Doha
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Amid the ongoing war initiated by Russia against Ukraine, narratives suggesting Ukraine’s “inevitable” defeat are becoming increasingly frequent. However, leading U.S. politicians — notably Republican Senator Lindsey Graham — firmly reject these
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Belgium backs Gaza sanctions debate ahead of EU foreign ministers’ summit
Belgium’s core cabinet has reached a consensus on its position regarding the crisis in Gaza. It has agreed to endorse humanitarian actions and support the prospect of EU-level sanctions ahead of Tuesday’s
Trump and Putin set for key telephonic talks on Ukraine war
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Zelensky and Vance meet in Rome ahead of crucial Trump-Putin call
US vice president JD Vance met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in Rome on Sunday, ahead of a planned call between US president Donald Trump and Russian president Vladimir Putin on Monday.
Ukrainian and Russian officials begin first direct peace talks in three years
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Belgium to oppose 5% spending target at NATO meeting in Antalya
Belgian Foreign minister Maxime Prévot will oppose raising the defence spending target to 5 per cent of GDP at a NATO meeting in Antalya, Turkey, on Thursday. This goal is “excessive” given
King Philippe receives ceremonial welcome in Czech Republic
King Philippe of Belgium was given a red carpet welcome and a military ceremony in Prague on Monday afternoon. The King is visiting the Czech Republic to take part in a ceremony
“Vladimir, stop”: Trump’s first appeal to Putin after the massive terrorist attack on Kyiv
In the night of April 24, 2025, Russia launched one of its largest missile and drone attacks on Kyiv since the war began. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that 215 air targets
Ukraine and allies demand ceasefire before entering peace talks with Russia
Ukraine and several European allies have told the United States that any negotiations over a peace agreement with Russia should be preceded by an immediate ceasefire and firm security guarantees for Kyiv,
Ukraine Makes It Clear: Peace Must Be Built With, Not Around, Ukraine
As disinformation efforts escalate, aiming to fracture alliances and undermine Ukraine’s role on the global stage, Kyiv has responded with unmistakable clarity: Ukraine will not be reduced to a passive observer. It
Iran-U.S. high-stakes nuclear talks begin in Muscat
Muscat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On April 12, 2025, Iran and the United States will engage in high-level discussions in Oman, focusing on reviving negotiations regarding Tehran’s rapidly progressing nuclear programme. U.S.
Ukraine — for a just peace, Russia — for a profitable pause: how the parties conduct negotiations
Despite the devastating consequences of the war unleashed by the Russian Federation, Ukraine consistently demonstrates openness to diplomacy — but only diplomacy based on the principles of justice, international law, and respect
The U.S. Position: Supporting Ukraine is a Conscious Choice, Not a Tool for Compromises with the Aggressor
The claim that the United States is allegedly trying to impose terms on Ukraine that only benefit the Russian Federation does not withstand any criticism — neither logical nor factual. If Washington
Ukraine is not an object but a subject of negotiations: Kremlin disinformation and the position of the democratic world
In the midst of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine, a fierce battle is also being fought on the information front. One of the recurring narratives spread by Russian propaganda is the claim
‘Putin is laughing at America’. Why the US should stop flirting with Russia – The Hill op-ed
Russia does not seek a real compromise with the West, instead, Putin “laughs” at America and wants to weaken it, writes Andrew Chahoyan, a professor at the University of Amsterdam and former
USA Increases Pressure on Russia: No Compromises at Ukraine’s Expense
Washington remains firm in its strategy to contain Russia The administration of President Donald Trump is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. While Washington officially supports
German, Austrian ministers cancel Syria trip over threats
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Singapore’s president begins state visit to Belgium
Singapore’s president, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, has arrived in Belgium for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. The visit begins with a formal welcome from
Brussels, my love? A democratic Syria – realistic or just a pipe dream?
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Ukraine and the USA: Partnership, Not Capitulation
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Washington’s Concessions to the Kremlin: Implications for Ukraine and the World
If Washington forces Kyiv into an openly unfavorable deal with Moscow, it will severely damage its reputation among allies. The political situation surrounding Russia’s war against Ukraine is becoming increasingly complex. Discussions
Agreement with the US: Why Ukraine Does Not Yield to Pressure but Shapes Its Own Victory Strategy
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Zelensky Stood Firm Against Pressure During Meeting with Trump in Washington
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